FECAVA asks AI: Why do many fresh graduates leave the veterinary profession...
This week we asked AI: Why do many fresh graduates leave the veterinary profession within the first years of work? Here is the answer: There can be several reasons why fresh graduates may leave the...
View ArticleFECAVA asked AI: How do we keep fresh graduates from leaving the veterinary...
Retaining fresh graduates in the veterinary profession and helping them find fulfillment in their careers is essential for the long-term success and growth of the profession. Here are some strategies...
View ArticleInfections with Avian Influenza A(H5N1) virus in cats in Poland
OFFLU, the Organization for Animal Influenza, is closely monitoring the situation in Poland following a series of unusual deaths in domestic cats reported across the country. Over the past week, these...
View ArticleNew Infographic: FECAVA Summer Advice for Responsible Pet Owners
At FECAVA, we prioritize the well-being of your beloved pets. As the summer season embraces Europe with rising temperatures, it becomes crucial to ensure the safety and comfort of our furry companions....
View ArticleOnline Event on Mandatory EU-wide Identification and Registration of...
On the 27th June 2023 the European Parliament’s Intergroup on Animal Welfare and Conservation organized an event on the topic of “Mandatory EU-wide Identification and Registration of Companion...
View ArticleAI for FECAVA: What can Veterinary Medicine Learn from the Airline Industry...
Regarding safety, the airline industry leaves nothing to coincidence. That’s why we asked ChatGPT what veterinary medicine could learn from the airline industry. And it seems we can draw some valuable...
View ArticleFECAVA IVC Evidensia Student Travel Scholarship Recipients Announced for...
FECAVA, in collaboration with IVSA Europe and IVC Evidensia, is happy to reveal the recipients of the FECAVA IVC Evidensia Student Travel Scholarship. These exceptional students have been chosen to...
View ArticleFECAVA President Dr. Denis Novak Receives RCVS International Award
Congratulations to Dr. Denis Novak for receiving the RCVS International Award, a significant recognition of his contributions to the veterinary field. This prestigious award speaks to Dr. Novak’s...
View ArticleNew Infographic – FECAVA Checklist for Owners Before Traveling on vacation...
Introducing the FECAVA Checklist for Pet Owners: Before Traveling on Vacation with Your Pet Are you planning a vacation with your furry friend? Make sure you’re well-prepared and have all your bases...
View ArticleBreeding Ban Imposed on Dutch Persian Show Cat Breeder
A Persian show cat breeder in the Netherlands has been ordered to cease breeding of short-nosed Peke-faced Persians immediately. The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) responded to...
View ArticleAI for FECAVA: Pros and Cons of Telemedicine Integrating into Veterinary...
Telemedicine has been increasingly utilized across many healthcare sectors, including veterinary medicine. Like any innovation, it has both positive and negative aspects. Positive Aspects: 1....
View ArticleFVE and FECAVA Collaborate to Address Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)...
The Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) and the Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) recently organized a highly successful webinar to discuss the challenges...
View ArticleAI for FECAVA: What Essential Life and Soft Skills Veterinary Clinicians...
As a veterinarian, it is important to possess a range of life / soft skills in addition to technical knowledge and clinical expertise. These skills are essential for effective communication and...
View ArticleDr. Jane Ladlow Honored with the FECAVA Didier-Noël Carlotti Award 2023
The Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) proudly announces that Dr. Jane Ladlow, MA VetMB CertVR CertSAS DipECVS MRCVS, has been selected as the recipient of the...
View ArticleEMA Releases Opinion on Antimicrobial Use Under the Cascade
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has published its highly anticipated scientific opinion regarding using antimicrobials under the cascade system. The opinion establishes a comprehensive list of...
View ArticleAI answers for FECAVA: How can a busy practitioner remain up-to-date with...
Staying up-to-date with research in a busy clinical practice can indeed be challenging. However, several strategies can help busy clinicians integrate the latest research into their practices: Schedule...
View ArticleFECAVA Joins Forces with Purina Institute to Advance Professional Development...
We are thrilled to share the news of a collaboration between the Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) and the renowned Purina Institute. The new partnership will...
View ArticleFinnish Study: Over Half of French Bulldogs with IVDD Experience Recurrence
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a prevalent neurological disorder among French Bulldogs due to their genetic predisposition as a chondrodystrophic breed. A Finnish study on the recurrence of IVDD...
View ArticleUnity in Diversity – Towards More Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workplaces
Defining DEI Diversity: Acknowledging and respecting human differences, including race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, professional background, experiences, physical...
View ArticleThis week we asked Chat-GPT: How might we anticipate shifts in the veterinary...
This week we asked Chat-GPT: »How might we anticipate shifts in the veterinary field as the demographic transitions predominantly from male to female?« Here is the answer: While it’s important to note...
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